PROBLEM

Procedure entry point disable_rqs could not be located in the dynamic link library aifeat.dll

Last Published: April 26, 2020

Description

After installing ArcInfo 8.0.2 Patch 1, ArcEdit and ArcPlot will not start and the following error message is returned:

"Procedure entry point disable_rqu could not be located in the dynamic link library aifeat.dll"

Cause

Patch 1 installs the aifeat.dll in the directory arcexe80\lib. The above error message is returned if an earlier version of the aifeat.dll is in the arcexe80\bin directory.

Solution or Workaround

Warning:
The instructions below include making changes to essential parts of your operating system. It is recommended that you backup your operating system and files, including the registry, before proceeding. Consult with a qualified computer systems professional, if necessary.

Esri cannot guarantee results from incorrect modifications while following these instructions; therefore, use caution and proceed at your own risk.
  1. Delete aifeat.dll from arcexe80\bin.
  2. Copy aifeat.dll from arcexe80\lib to arcexe80\bin.
  3. Reboot the computer.

Article ID:000003213

Software:
  • ArcMap 8 x

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